PUBLIC PROGRAMS
AND EVENTS
Use the calendar to view upcoming as well as past events, or scroll down to see what’s coming soon!
Looking for CLASSES? Please visit our classes registration page.
UPCOMING EVENTS,
PROGRAMS, AND CLUBS
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Irish Jam Session
Bring your instrument and come join us for an open Traditional Irish Music session on Saturday, May 30th, from 3-5 PM. Irish Fiddler and The Arts Center of Orange artist Alex Caton and her mentee, Sylvie, will be running the jam, and all levels are encouraged and welcome to join.
This is a free event open to the public.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Poetry & Prose Reading
Prose and Poetry Reading in collaboration with Byrd Whistle literary magazine and Spelled Ink Book Store
Join us for an evening of poetry and prose in an intimate and welcoming setting. From heartfelt storytelling to powerful spoken word, this event celebrates the written word in all its forms. Whether you’re an avid reader, a writer, or simply curious to listen, all are welcome to experience an inspiring night of creativity, conversation, and community.
Opening Reception Grills Gallery
Art Exhibition Opening Reception: Lee Nixon
Join us for Lee Nixon’s opening reception in our new Grills gallery. There will be a dedication, and light refreshments will be provided. This is a free public event. The exhibition will be on display until August 1, 2026.
Opening Reception Morin Gallery
Art Exhibition Opening Reception: Subsoil
Join us for the opening reception of Subsoil: An Exhibition by Stephanie Germosen Salazar in our Morin gallery. Light refreshments will be provided. This is a free public event. The exhibition will be on display until August 1, 2026.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Mentorship Award Showcase
Mentorship Award Showcase
Join Alex Caton and the recipients of the 2026 Mentorship Study Award as they play their final concert on Saturday, June 20th, at 3 PM at The Arts Center in Orange. Jake Smith, Sylvie Weidman, and Alex will take you through their 6 months of rigorous and fun study, and you will hear about all the work they accomplished, all the places they played, and the people they met sharing traditional music. There will be a program of incredible Old Time Appalachian and Irish tunes and songs, plus a few special guest musicians. There may also be some spontaneous dancing to participate in or watch- so bring your friends and families to support traditional music in our area. The event is free, but donations are much appreciated.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Flower Flash for Historic Garden Week
The Arts Center is celebrating Historic Garden Week with a one day only pop up floral installation called a flower flash.
This is a free public outdoor installation for everyone to enjoy.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Opening Reception
Young Visions Art Show
Each month we have new exhibits! Come to our Opening Reception to see what’s new at The Arts Center.
Free and Open to the Public
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Women's Diversity Forum: Public Safety and Law Enforcement in Orange County
Public Safety and Law Enforcement in Orange County.
Join us for light refreshments at the free public forum. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about law enforcement in our community. We look forward to seeing you!
Opening Reception
Each month we have new exhibits! Come to our Opening Reception to see what’s new at The Arts Center.
Free and Open to the Public
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Opening Reception
Opening Reception: Tree Series
Artwork by: Carol Baliles
Each month we have new exhibits! Come to our Opening Reception to see what’s new at The Arts Center. Enjoy light refreshments & live music!
Free and Open to the Public.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
The Healing Power of Art Therapy - Workshop
Winter is here. The holidays are over. Now it’s time for some comfort. In this art therapy session we will explore through collage things that bring us comfort or make us feel as peace. All materials will be provided and hot cider to warm your tummies! No artistic experience needed. Ages 16 and up.
Registration is free; however, donations to support our Community Outreach Program are encouraged.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Gallery Opening
Join us for the opening reception of 100 Tiny Paintings & other works by the Orange Paint Club. This event is from 5:30-7:30PM January 9th, 2026 and is free and open to the public.
For more information on the exhibit look here.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Closed for the Holidays
Please note that The Arts Center in Orange will be closed for the Winter Holidays in order to give our team time with their families from December 24 through January 1.
We will reopen for our regular hours on Friday, January 2, 2026 | 12 - 8pm.
Orange Painting Club
The Orange Painting Club meets every Wednesday at 11am. Whether you’re a beginner or have painted for years, this art club is for anyone who wants to explore watercolor painting with other community members.
Drop in and join the club! No formal membership or registration is required.
Open Jam Session
Come jam with us! Every second Wednesday, drop in to jam with local musicians and meet your fellow artists from 6 to 8 pm, join local musicians at the Arts Center in Orange for an open jam session. Bring your banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin—whatever acoustic instrument you have—to enjoy some time playing along with fellow musicians of all skill levels and backgrounds. On nice evenings, we’ll play in the garden out back; on other evenings we’ll move inside to the studio.
Guests and visitors are welcome to observe and enjoy the music, but please be respectful of the musicians. We will start out slowly so that people can learn the tunes together and feel where the music takes us. All are welcome, especially those just getting started playing together with other musicians.